Mulomba Power Plant
Development of a 100 MWp solar power plant in Mutshatsha to supply clean, reliable electricity and strengthen energy security in Lualaba.
Project summary
The Mulomba Solar Power Plant provides low-carbon electricity to reduce power deficits and support Lualaba’s development.
Project
Mulomba Power Plant
Date
2026
Category
Energy
Project details
Lualaba Province faces persistent electricity shortages that constrain industrial activity, social development, and economic diversification. The current electricity supply remains insufficient and highly dependent on aging infrastructure and non-renewable energy sources.
The Mulomba project responds to these challenges through the deployment of a utility-scale solar power plant designed to inject reliable renewable electricity into the provincial grid. The project will strengthen grid stability, reduce carbon emissions, and improve energy access for households and industries.
Key objectives
Increase electricity generation capacity in Lualaba
Support the energy transition through renewable sources
Strengthen grid stability and reliability
Reduce carbon emissions and diesel dependency
Expected results
100 MWp solar plant installed and operational
Annual electricity production of approximately 168 GWh
Improved grid reliability for households and industries
Performance Indicators
Installed capacity: 100 MWp
Annual production: 168 GWh
Performance rate: 78–82%
Direct jobs (construction): 300
Permanent jobs (operation): 20
Project feasibility: 90%
Activity Schedule
The detailed activity schedule for this project will be finalized following the completion of technical, financial, and environmental studies. The implementation timeline, key milestones, and phasing will be determined during the feasibility and structuring stages, in alignment with financing arrangements, regulatory approvals, and contractor mobilization.
Benefits & Impact
Direct benefits
300 direct jobs during construction
20 permanent jobs during operation
Indirect benefits
Reduced electricity costs
Improved investment attractiveness
Lower greenhouse gas emissions
Impacts
Strengthened provincial energy resilience
Contribution to climate goals
Long-term sustainable energy infrastructure
Institutional & Management Information
Responsible Ministry
Provincial Ministry of Energy
Service / Institution
Office of the Provincial Minister
Project Owner
Provincial Ministry of Energy
Project Manager
To be determined
Post-Project Management
National Electricity Company (SNEL SA)
